What are the responsibilities and job description for the Facilities Technician (53854) position at YSS?
Are you a fixer, doer, and all-around problem solver?
If it breaks, you fix it. If it’s about to break, you stop it first. At YSS, we’re looking for a Facilities Technician who can keep our buildings, equipment, and grounds in tip-top shape—and have a little fun doing it.
You’ll team up with our Facilities Director, manage vendors, and jump into projects big and small. Basically, you keep everything running so our staff and the youth we serve can do their thing without a hitch.
What you'll actually be doing:
- Opening and closing buildings like a boss
- Tackling repairs, maintenance, and preventive work (we love a proactive fixer!)
- Helping with seasonal prep and bigger projects
- Using tools safely—bonus points for making it look easy
- Hopping over to outreach sites when needed
- Answering the call for after-hours emergencies
- Managing vendors, contractors, and your fellow humans when needed
- Keeping inventory, reports, and office gear in check
- Helping with purchases, contracts, and whatever else keeps our facilities humming
Please know this is not a complete list of the position’s responsibilities. Duties can change at any time.
What We Provide...
We believe in your potential, we meet you where you are, and we invest in your future. Beyond meaningful, mission-driven work, YSS provides the following benefits:
- Supportive leadership team and mission-driven culture.
- Flexibility and autonomy in a collaborative environment.
- Competitive salary
- Comprehensive benefits.
- Health insurance
- Voluntary dental insurance
- Voluntary vision insurance
- Life insurance and long-term disability coverage
- Supplemental accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance
- Professional liability insurance coverage
- Flexible spending account/health savings account
- Supplemental compensation award
- Generous Paid Time off and Leave
- Four weeks of paid time off (PTO)
- Volunteer time off
- Paid holiday leave
- Birthday holiday
- Wellness Program Opportunities
- Paid membership to the Athletic Club of Ames
- Employee Assistance Program for all employees
- Flu shots
- Mental health support
- YSS is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness qualified employer.
- 403(b) retirement offerings
This isn’t just a job - it’s a chance to be the spark in someone’s story. If you’re ready to inspire, connect, and lead with purpose, apply today and become part of something meaningful at YSS.
Qualifications:
At YSS, we’re building a world where youth are valued and empowered to stand strong. To make that happen, we live by our core values every day—Commitment, Collaboration, Compassion, Innovation, Integrity, and good old-fashioned “Can Do” Spirit. For this role, here's what we're looking for:
MUST HAVES - Required Qualifications
- Hands-on experience: At least 2 years in the trades—carpentry, construction, custodial work, electrical, HVAC, maintenance, painting, plumbing… you name it.
- Jack-of-all-trades mindset: If it breaks, you fix it. Even better, you prevent it from breaking in the first place.
- Reliable transportation: A valid Iowa driver’s license and dependable wheels to get where you need to be.
- You’ll be driving a YSS vehicle, so we need you to:
- Be at least 21
- Have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record
- Carry insurance that meets YSS standards
SHOULD HAVES - Preferred Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Sharp eye for what needs attention—and the initiative to take care of it before anyone asks.
- Strong multitasking skills—you stay cool and organized, even when things get busy.
- Friendly, dependable, and customer-focused—people enjoy working with you.
- Critical thinker and natural problem-solver.
- Smart with resources—your tools, time, and teamwork are always used efficiently.
The IDEAL Candidate:
- Communicates clearly—whether face-to-face or over email.
- Comfortable using work order or ticketing systems to keep everything on track.
- Knowledgeable about OSHA safety rules and building codes.
- Bonus points for trade certifications that show your expertise.
Who You Are...
You’re the go-to person when something needs fixing—or better yet, when it needs a little TLC to keep it from breaking in the first place. You like staying busy, take pride in your work, and don’t mind getting your hands dirty to keep things running right. You’re organized, dependable, and have that “let’s get it done” attitude that makes everything (and everyone) work better together. You’re all about teamwork, safety, and creating spaces that help youth—and your coworkers—shine.
We celebrate the strength in your story.
Have you navigated recovery from addiction, mental health challenges, trauma, or housing instability? Your lived experience offers a unique, compassionate perspective that can inspire real change. By sharing your story and serving as a role model or mentor, you can make a meaningful impact in the lives of youth and families.
Your journey matters. If you’re ready to use it to uplift and empower others, we warmly encourage you to apply.
For those in recovery, we typically ask for two years of sobriety to ensure stability and readiness for leadership, though candidates with one year may be considered case by case.
Who We Are...
We’re YSS - one of Iowa’s oldest & largest nonprofits dedicated to putting kids first. Our mission? To spark hope, create opportunities, and help young people thrive. With life-changing programs, an enthusiastic leadership team, and our brand-new 50-acre recovery campus, we’re growing fast and thinking big. Check us out at yss.org!
At YSS, we celebrate the unique backgrounds, identities, and experiences that each team member brings. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we’re dedicated to creating a respectful, inclusive, and empowering environment where everyone can grow and succeed. And we’re always working to do better together.
YSS is a nicotine-free workplace.
Heads Up! Don’t Miss Our Messages! - We communicate with applicants via email - straight from our Paycom system. So be sure to keep an eye on your inbox (and your spam/junk folder too). Got questions? Email yss@yss.org - we’re happy to help!
The YSS Hiring Process
- Apply - Fill out the online app at yss.org/ysscareers.
- Assessment - We’ll check out your skills and experience.
- Interview - Phone, video, or in-person - we’ll chat and get to know you.
- References - Send us three people who can sing your praises.
- Screening - Background and driving checks (plus license verification if needed).
- Offer - If it’s a match, you’ll get a formal offer through Paycom.
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